Pro Vice Chancellor (Campus Futures)

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Competitive Salary in the range of £77,711 – £135, 297 per annum depending on experience/Professorial banding, plus a PVC Allowance

The postholder will be appointed for a 4-year term as PVC, with the possibility of a further 4-year term. The role will be underpinned by a Professorial appointment in an academic School within the University.

About Us

Cardiff University is a leading, research-intensive institution with a clear mission: to create and share knowledge that improves lives. Our strategy, Our future, together, sets an ambitious path to deliver global impact through world-class research, education and partnerships.

We are now entering a pivotal phase – transforming our campus, digital capabilities and environments to support the needs of future generations.

About the Role

This is a rare and high-impact leadership opportunity to play a defining role in shaping the long-term future of Cardiff University.

As a member of the University Executive Board, you will lead the transformation of our campus and infrastructure – shaping modern, sustainable and inclusive physical and digital environments.

Key priorities include:

  • Setting a bold vision for the future campus
  • Leading estate and capital transformation programmes
  • Driving digital innovation and capability
  • Enabling outstanding research and education environments
  • Building strategic partnerships and leading change
  • Championing sustainability, inclusion and student experience

About You

You are a strategic, future-focused leader with the credibility and drive to deliver large-scale transformation.

You will bring:

  • Senior leadership experience in a complex organisation
  • A strong track record in delivering change (estate, digital or infrastructure)
  • Academic credibility at Professorial level
  • A collaborative, inclusive leadership style
  • The ability to inspire, influence and deliver at scale

Above all, you will be motivated by shaping environments that enable people and ideas to thrive.

Closing date: midnight on Monday 25 May 2026

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Company: Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd
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Location: Cardiff
Job Description:

Competitive Salary in the range of £77,711 – £135, 297 per annum depending on experience/Professorial banding, plus a PVC Allowance

The postholder will be appointed for a 4-year term as PVC, with the possibility of a further 4-year term. The role will be underpinned by a Professorial appointment in an academic School within the University.

About Us

Cardiff University is a leading, research-intensive institution with a clear mission: to create and share knowledge that improves lives. Our strategy, Our future, together, sets an ambitious path to deliver global impact through world-class research, education and partnerships.

We are now entering a pivotal phase – transforming our campus, digital capabilities and environments to support the needs of future generations.

About the Role

This is a rare and high-impact leadership opportunity to play a defining role in shaping the long-term future of Cardiff University.

As a member of the University Executive Board, you will lead the transformation of our campus and infrastructure – shaping modern, sustainable and inclusive physical and digital environments.

Key priorities include:

  • Setting a bold vision for the future campus
  • Leading estate and capital transformation programmes
  • Driving digital innovation and capability
  • Enabling outstanding research and education environments
  • Building strategic partnerships and leading change
  • Championing sustainability, inclusion and student experience

About You

You are a strategic, future-focused leader with the credibility and drive to deliver large-scale transformation.

You will bring:

  • Senior leadership experience in a complex organisation
  • A strong track record in delivering change (estate, digital or infrastructure)
  • Academic credibility at Professorial level
  • A collaborative, inclusive leadership style
  • The ability to inspire, influence and deliver at scale

Above all, you will be motivated by shaping environments that enable people and ideas to thrive.

Closing date: midnight on Monday 25 May 2026

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Posted: April 17th, 2026